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when a, space is left between the hinge ofthe cover and the reni' end ofthe pan A, and when combined with the automatic coupling, n.11 constructed, arranged, und operating as and fox.` th purpose described.

2. The automatic or self-acting coupling, composed ofthe pivoted rod E, secured to the bottom of the pan with hook,f, at'one end, and n. weight, L, et tbe opposite end, and the staple c, attached to the under side of the lid or cover D, substantially as and for the purposhespcied.

The above specification of my iuventionsignedby me, this 14th day of September, 1867.

SAMUEL E. C ON DON. Witnesses:

WM; F. MQNAMARA, J. A. SEnvroE. 

